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Cardiff to Romford train times
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:50 Cardiff | 2h49 | 11:39 Romford | 1 change | |
| 8:51 Cardiff | 3h03 | 11:54 Romford | 1 change | |
| 9:35 Cardiff | 2h49 | 12:24 Romford | 1 change | |
| 10:20 Cardiff | 2h34 | 12:54 Romford | 1 change | |
| 11:20 Cardiff | 2h34 | 13:54 Romford | 1 change | |
| 11:21 Cardiff | 2h55 | 14:16 Romford | 1 change | |
| 12:20 Cardiff | 2h34 | 14:54 Romford | 1 change | |
| 13:20 Cardiff | 2h34 | 15:54 Romford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Romford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Romford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £139 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 2h 33m.
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Price information
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £139 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Romford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Romford from £139. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£33
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£139
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Romford
Things to do in Romford
Discover the best of Romford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Romford trip today.
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Valence House Museum
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Bedfords Park
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Market Place
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Jellied Eels
A Cockney classic of stewed eels in a spiced jelly. Long linked with East London pie and mash shops and working-class food culture.
Cottage Pie
Minced beef in rich gravy under mashed potato, baked until golden. A staple pub supper across Greater London and Essex.
Steak Pie
Slow-cooked beef, onions and stock baked in pastry. Traditional in London pie shops and commonly served with mash and liquor.
Ottoman Palace
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, generous portions and a lively, modern dining room.
Raj Bari
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
The Sutton Arms
Stylish steakhouse and grill with premium cuts, cocktails and a smart contemporary setting for dinner out.
British pound (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and transport are manageable, but hotels often cost more than in many UK towns outside London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Cardiff to Romford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Romford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Romford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Romford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £139, while the average price tends to be around £139.
The train journey from Cardiff to Romford covers a distance of 233 km and takes approximately 2h 33m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Romford is 233 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Romford leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff to Romford departs at 21:47.
Trains from Cardiff to Romford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Romford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Romford.
To travel from Cardiff to Romford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Romford.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Romford is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Romford station (RMF).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Romford is by train, costing approximately £139.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Romford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Romford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and sections of the English landscape, before entering the urban areas leading to Romford.
A day trip from Cardiff to Romford is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 33m. However, there are 4 trips per day available by train. The distance is 233 km.
A visit to Romford can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions, shopping, and dining options.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Romford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Romford
Most Cardiff to Romford trains use the Cardiff Central to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Romford
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Heath High LevelHeath High Level station, Heath Halt Road, Heath, Cardiff, CF23 5QT
City-centre transport
Getting to Heath High Level from Cardiff city centre
Heath High Level is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPenarth - Coryton, Penarth - Caerphilly, Bridgend - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Coryton, Cardiff Central - Rhymney, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach · 4m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
Penarth - Coryton, Penarth - Caerphilly, Bridgend - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Coryton, Cardiff Central - Rhymney, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach · 8m · £2 · every ~13 min
Bus28, 29 · 23m · £2 · every ~6 min
Heath High Level train station facilities and services
Heath High Level has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heath High Level.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heath High Level: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heath High Level: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heath High Level: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Lisvane & ThornhillLisvane & Thornhill station, Cherry Orchard Road, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 0UE+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Lisvane & Thornhill from Cardiff city centre
Lisvane & Thornhill is 7 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCardiff Central - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Rhymney, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Penarth - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach, Bridgend - Rhymney · 10m · £2 · every ~9 min
Cardiff Central - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Caerphilly, Cardiff Central - Rhymney, Barry Island - Rhymney, Barry Island - Bargoed, Cardiff Central - Bargoed, Penarth - Caerphilly, Barry Island - Ystrad Mynach, Bridgend - Rhymney · 14m · £3 · every ~9 min
Bus27 · 39m · £2 · every ~15 min
86 · 46m · £2 · every ~1 min
Lisvane & Thornhill train station facilities and services
Lisvane & Thornhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisvane & Thornhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Rhymney) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via Clos Llysfaen and a ramp with a shallow gradient. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Romford station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Trains from Cardiff to Romford most often arrive at Romford. Some services arrive at Harold Wood, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Romford arrival station.
RomfordRomford station, South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SX
City-centre transport
Getting to Romford from Romford city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
Romford train station facilities and services
Romford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Romford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Harold WoodHarold Wood station, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Greater London, RM3 0BL
City-centre transport
Getting to Harold Wood from Romford city centre
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 6m · £3 · every ~20 min
Bus294 · 15m · £4 · every ~19 min
294 · 17m · £4 · every ~19 min
Harold Wood train station facilities and services
Harold Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harold Wood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harold Wood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harold Wood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harold Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harold Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall entrance on Gubbins Lane and at the car park entrance on Station Road, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Gidea ParkGidea Park station, Station Road, Gidea Park, Greater London, RM2 6BX
City-centre transport
Getting to Gidea Park from Romford city centre
Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Gidea Park, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 3m · £0.90 · every ~21 min
Bus649, 650, 496 · 6m · £4 · every ~16 min
Gidea Park train station facilities and services
Gidea Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gidea Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gidea Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gidea Park. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gidea Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gidea Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gidea Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B1. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Use the Crossways car park entrance. There is no step-free access from the Station Road main entrance. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall on Station Road and outside the car park entrance on Crossways, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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